Charme Capital Partners Acquires 56% Stake in Animalia
July 3, 2024
Charme Capital Partners (via its Charme IV fund) has agreed to take a 56% stake in Animalia through a capital increase, partnering with founders Antonino Santalucia and Giorgio Romani who will remain co-CEOs and minority shareholders. The investment will fund Animalia's consolidation and organic growth plan—including targeted add‑ons and expansion of clinic services—across its network of more than 75 clinics in Italy.
- Buyers
- Charme Capital Partners SGR (Charme IV fund)
- Targets
- Animalia
- Industry
- Veterinary
- Location
- Lombardy, Italy
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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